English Reformation Part Two

By Charlotte Gauthier in May 2024

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Runtime: 25 mins

Charlotte Gauthier continues her discussion of the English Reformation by looking at the 15th Century onwards. The document discusses the vibrant and active nature of the English church in the 14th and 15th centuries, contrary to the commonly held belief that it was moribund and superstitious. It highlights the role of civic guilds, con fraternities, and mystical orders in maintaining the church's vitality. The document also explores the impact of the Reformation and the dissolution of monasteries under Henry VIII, emphasizing the political and financial motivations behind these actions. It concludes by noting that recent scholarship has provided a more nuanced understanding of the medieval English church's faithfulness and vibrancy.

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Produced in May 2024. Provisional captions.

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